Which is the most popular engine in the Audi S3?

Throughout its production, the S3 has only been available with one petrol engine per generation, though the newer ones have been upgraded to offer more power.

Which are the most popular trim levels?

The newest S3 lineup comes in two trim levels: Black Edition and Vorsprung. The Black Edition is the lower-cost option of the two, making it the favourite among S3 owners, while the Vorsprung provides additional specification, making them more desirable.

What optional extras should I look out for?

Customers should look out for models that include 19-inch Sport diamond cut alloy wheels and S suspension with damper control. A premium Bang & Olufsen sound system and advanced safety features are also available.

Is the Audi S3 a good family car?

Despite being focused on performance, the S3 has a lot to offer families. The rear seat room is accommodating in the saloon or estate models, and the boot is the same size as a normal family hatchback.

Is the Audi S3 available as an automatic?

The most recent iteration of the S3 came equipped with an automatic as standard, so they are easy to find on the used market. There are a handful of manual examples of the S3 out there on the used market, however.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

The Audi S3 has only ever been available with all-wheel drive. Audi calls this system 'Quattro', meaning that power is sent to all four wheels. With this capability, drivers can expect better handling and traction.

235 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£46,280

10.0
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Hatchback

Carlisle Audi

01228273203 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£41,450

2L
3.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Preston Audi

01772285533 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi S32016 - 2.0 TFSI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

2L
53.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Horsepower Cars

01463218770 *

Audi S32012 (12) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition quattro Euro 5 3dr

£5,990

2L
135.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Prestige Cars Agent Group Ltd

02039375221 *

Audi S32002 - 1.8 Hatchback 3dr track car s3 bam (223 g/km, 225 bhp)

100

£4,995

1.8L
0.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dubbers Sports LTD

01484507999 *

5/5 Stars

Audi S32015 (15) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
93.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Cleveland Vehicle Sales Ltd

01642424874 *

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£46,995

10.0
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Hatchback

Preston Audi

01772285533 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi S32022 (22) - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£35,995

Finance available £719 pm

2L
17.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

H and M Cars Ltd

07921081064 *

Audi S32015 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,400

2L
78.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Reynolds Motor Group

01268208363 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

2L
93.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

K & O Motors Ltd

01702418737 *

Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (

Reduced

£16,750

Finance available £352 pm

2L
91.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Beehive Cars

01204969299 *

4.1/5 Stars

Audi S32020 (69) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£23,750

Finance available £467 pm

2L
41.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

TMC Motors

01252960115 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32016 (65) - TFSI QUATTRO 5dr S Tronic [Nav] - APR TUNED [ VERY FAST ] FSH

£15,490

Finance available £324 pm

2L
84.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Kudos Car Sales

01206489525 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi S32017 (KU) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (

£17,495

Finance available £339 pm

2L
84.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

HAMPTON CAR SALES LTD

01604340436 *

Audi S32017 (66) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,495

Finance available £339 pm

2L
68.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Shadow Automotive Ltd

01780431436 *

5/5 Stars

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£46,250

17.0
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Hatchback

Crewe Audi

01270441079 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi S32016 (65) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr (Nav)

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

2L
106.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

Audi S32025 - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic 5-Door

£43,980

2L
4.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Blackburn Audi

01254457252 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32018 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,999

Finance available £357 pm

2L
90.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Milton Motor Centre

01234237535 *

Audi S32019 (19) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Reduced

£22,450

Finance available £441 pm

2L
43.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Beehive Cars

01204969299 *

4.1/5 Stars

Why buy a used Audi S3?

If you're in the market for a sporty hatchback that's stylish and practical, then a used Audi S3 is a fantastic choice. As a performance-focused model, the Audi S3 provides fantastic acceleration and handling, along with a high-quality cabin. Not only is the interior comfortable, but the exterior styling is aggressive, yet subtle.

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Engine isn’t the most inspiring
Fiddly infotainment system
Some rivals are more fun to drive

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Which is the most popular engine in the Audi S3?

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What optional extras should I look out for?

Is the Audi S3 a good family car?

Is the Audi S3 available as an automatic?

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

235 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic 5-Door

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Audi S32012 (12) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition quattro Euro 5 3dr

Audi S32002 - 1.8 Hatchback 3dr track car s3 bam (223 g/km, 225 bhp)

Audi S32015 (15) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32022 (22) - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32015 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Audi S32018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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Audi S32020 (69) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32016 (65) - TFSI QUATTRO 5dr S Tronic [Nav] - APR TUNED [ VERY FAST ] FSH

Audi S32017 (KU) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (

Audi S32017 (66) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32016 (65) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr (Nav)

Audi S32025 - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic 5-Door

Audi S32018 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32019 (19) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

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